Copper Iris Iris fulva qt

Copper Iris is a rare native plant with stunning blooms in coppery tones—from tawny terra cotta to rich vermillion. Flower stalks rise above narrow, strappy foliage, creating an elegant display that attracts Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds, native bees, butterflies, and moths. This water-loving species thrives in full to partial sun and adapts readily to garden settings with consistent soil moisture. Historically native to the lower Mississippi River Valley, Iris fulva is increasingly rare in the wild. In cultivation, it spreads from rhizomatous roots to form clumping colonies and displays semi-evergreen tendencies in southern regions. Periodic division increases bloom production. Once established, Copper Iris is deer and rabbit resistant—a practical choice for wildlife-friendly gardens seeking native color and pollinator appeal.